Aside from the usual recovery sessions following a match, it's been a case of rest and relaxation for the Reds in luxurious surroundings in the United Arab Emirates.

Klopp believes some time off was required after a run of five matches in the space of an energy-sapping fortnight which saw Liverpool collect 10 points out of 12 in the Premier League and knock their neighbours out of the FA Cup.

Klopp celebrates with Van Dijk (Image: REUTERS)

Coutinho signs for Barcelona (Image: REX/Shutterstock)

The squad will reconvene for training at Melwood on Wednesday as the focus turns to Sunday's clash with Premier League leaders Manchester City at Anfield.

Klopp released a statement on Saturday saying that it was with "great reluctance" that Liverpool had agreed the £142million sale of Coutinho to Barcelona.

It's likely to be Friday before he faces the media ahead of the visit of Pep Guardiola's side.